Issue
Belden Cables for LonWorks Networks
Approved LonWorks cables
Product Line
EcoStruxure Building Operation,Satchwell, MicroNet,TAC IA Series,TAC Vista
Environment
LonWorks networks TP/FT-10, TP /XF-78 and TP/FT-1250
Cause
The Echelon document 'Junction Box and Wiring Guideline for Twisted Pair LonWorks Networks' indicates Belden 8471 and Belden 85102 as the recommended cables from Belden for LonWorks networks.
These may not be available from the local Belden office or the Belden distributor.
Resolution
Refer to Belden Technical Bulletin TB 102E 'Belden Cables for LonWorks Networks' for a list of Belden cables suitable for LonWorks communications.
Take note of the difference in cable drop length and total cable bus length for the various cable models listed.
